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Freshwater Permits: Conditional Nonnative Aquatic Species

Freshwater Permits American Eel Aquaculture Certificate Conditional Nonnative Aquatic Species Haul Seine Largemouth Bass Tournament Resident Fish Dealer Scientific Collector Special Use Triploid Grass Carp Tropical Fish Importation Other FWC Permits

Who needs a permit?

A special permit is needed for:

• Importation of conditional nonnative species for transshipment or commercial use. Conditional species may be transferred or sold to people who possess a license to import or possess that particular species, or to people who hold a valid Aquaculture Certificate.
  Holders of a valid Aquaculture Certificate need a special permit to import conditional species; however they do not need an FWC special permit to possess, sell or transfer conditional species.
• Possession of conditional or prohibited species. Conditional and prohibited species may be possessed for research or public exhibition, and may not be possessed as personal pets.

How can I get an application?

Applications are posted here.

Contact:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Exotic Species Coordination Section
Farris Bryant Building
620 S. Meridian Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1600
Phone: 850-488-4068
e-mail: nonnativepermitapps@myfwc.com